Britain’s Jack Draper mounts a dramatic comeback to defeat Matteo Berrettini and storm into the semis

Jack Draper produced a gutsy comeback to defeat Matteo Berrettini and secure a place in the Qatar Open semi-finals, keeping his charge towards the world’s top 10 on track.

The British number one, ranked 16th, dropped the opening set to the former Wimbledon runner-up but stormed back to claim a 4-6, 6-4, 6-3 victory. The 22-year-old showcased resilience and power, overcoming Berrettini’s aggressive baseline play with a commanding finish.

“I felt in the second set I was knocking on the door and not quite taking my opportunities, but I stayed strong,” Draper told Sky Sports. “It was such a tough battle against such a great player.”

Draper, who reached the Australian Open fourth round despite missing pre-season training due to injury, credited his fitness and training team for his improving form.

Semi-Final Showdowns

Draper now faces Jiri Lehecka, who delivered a shocking upset by eliminating top seed Carlos Alcaraz in three sets. The Spaniard, a four-time Grand Slam champion, suffered only his second defeat of 2025, following his Australian Open exit to Novak Djokovic.

In the other semi-final, Andrey Rublev edged Alex de Minaur in a tense 6-1, 3-6, 7-6 (10-8) battle. The Russian now meets Felix Auger-Aliassime, who advanced after Daniil Medvedev withdrew due to illness.

With his confidence surging, Draper is now just two wins away from his biggest career title—and a potential breakthrough into the ATP elite.

If Draper can keep up this momentum, he’s got a real shot at making a statement in Doha. His aggressive baseline play and smart shot selection have already taken down some big names, and with the semis up next, all eyes are on how he handles the pressure. Beating Lehecka won’t be easy—especially after the Czech’s stunning win over Alcaraz—but Draper has shown time and again that he thrives in high-stakes matches.

A win here could mean more than just a title shot. It could catapult him closer to the world’s top 10, a milestone that once seemed far off but is now well within reach. Whether he lifts the trophy or not, one thing is clear—Jack Draper is fast becoming one of the most exciting players to watch on the ATP Tour.